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What is the safest otc medication for insomnia? i am taking lorazepam but i don't use it for insomnia. i use it for gad.
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I like melatonin.: Valerian root ; chamomile are also popular. Insure that you use good sleep hygiene. Retire ; rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark ; cool ; use only for sex ; sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs ; no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized ; finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk.
Answered 4/2/2018
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Meditation: I like melatonin. But, i also like to remind my patients that the brain can be retrained to sleep. I believe very strongly that the training of the brain to shut off it's thoughts through good and effective meditation is a vital tool to learn in our stressful world.
Answered 9/29/2016
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